Charities In Leicester City

We provide and offer services for the empowerment of profoundly Deaf British Sign Language users these include: -British Sign Language Interpreting Services Lip Speaking ServiceOlder Persons SchemeCommunity Centre Welfare Rights SupportBritish Sign Language classesDeaf Awareness TrainingLip Reading Classes

We provide opportunities for young people whose life circumstances put them at a disadvantage to engage in creative projects to support their personal development & achievement of their ambitions: running a varied programme of arts, music & cooking activities, from group sessions to one to one support & supporting community capacity building. We also work with adult prisoners and asylum seekers.

The activities of the charity are to promote the whole mission of the church, pastoral, evengelistic, social and ecumenical for the benefit of the public and the advancement of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England.

ENABLES INDIVIDUALS, COMPANIES AND PUBLIC BODIES TO GIVE TO SUPPORT CHARITY AND COMMUNITY NEEDS, BY HELPING DONORS SET UP NAMED FUNDS - EITHER FOR TIME-LIMITED GRANTMAKING, OR BY GENERATING INVESTMENT INCOME FOR "PERPETUAL" GIVING.OPERATES AN ACCESSIBLE AND MONITORED GRANT MAKING PROCESS, MAINLY TO GROUPS ACROSS LEICESTERSHIRE AND RUTLAND, BUT BEYOND IF REQUIRED.

Shama provides a range of activities that empower women to become more active economically,educationally and socially to develop their confidence, language, employablity, physical and mental well being. Includes accredited training in IT, ESOL,Dressmaking, Counselling; holistic therapies, mentoring.On site Ofsted registered nursery. Women only sauna and gym.

PASIC provide practical, financial and social support to the families of children and young people living with cancer. Our family support workers help families build support networks to reduce isolation. We also offer financial assistance and organise activities such as parties, trips and other events so that families can spend quality time together away from the stresses of the hospital.

The charity employs people who would otherwise find multiple barriers to entry, such as homelessness, addiction history, and ex-offenders. We offer support and mentoring through volunteers and own subsidiary social enterprise trading companies that employ these people. We currently operate in Nottinghamshire

HCA traditionally provided a wide range of lifelong learning/community development services (adult learning/early years/children & young people) & through the new Highfields Centre, it provides a wide range of arts/sports/advice services. Since 1/12/10, Highfields Centre has acquired independence, with the transfer of the building and all of its staff & services from Leicester City Council to HCA.

Base 51 supports the holistic well-being of young people aged 11 to 25 through: Counselling, Safe Space : one to one support, advice and guidance, youth Groups, LGBTQ youth group :Outburst,Evolution: support for young people affected by serious violence, food, laundry and showers. Base 51 runs a professional training academy ( accredited) , and is based in NGY myplace centre in Nottingham

We are a key local agency working with young people and providing essential community services to help those in need. We strive to make a positive impact by offering support and resources to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Through our dedication and efforts we aim to be a beacon of hope and a source of support to help people achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives

Home-start provides a unique service; recruiting and training volunteers to offer families informal, friendly and confidential support. Home-Start works with parents on a one to one basis in their own home, building supportive relationships and responding directly to the family's individual needs. We provide support through family groups and virtual support.

The Spark gives children opportunities to immerse themselves in the arts by experiencing a wide range of high quality work that inspires, empowers and educates. Through an annual festival, cultural education & community programmes and production of our own work we offer children the space to discover their own skills, passions and potential, as audiences, participants & creators of their own art.

The relief of poverty, sickness and distress of individuals in need, in particular but not exclusively by the provision of shelter, food, clothes and advice, in accordance with a Christian ethos.

1 THE PREACHING & PRACTISING OF THE ISLAMIC RELIGION IN CONFORMITY WITH AL QURAN, ISLAMIC SHARIAT & THE FATIMID PHILOSOPHY, CULTURE & TRADITIONS ALL AS INTERPRETED BY DAI AL MUTLAQ2 THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION3 THE RELIEF OF NEED, HARDSHIP & DISTRESPROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RECREATION & OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATIONS 4 SEVICES FOR WOMEN & YOUNG PEOPLE

The relief of financial hardship amongst people in Leicestershire by: a) providing emergency food, essential toiletries, and household items to people in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty b) such other means, including the provision of support or signposting to relevant information and other advisory service

To promote the proclamation and furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ Our Lord, the preaching and teaching of the Christian faith, and to support ministry at home and overseas. In addition, the charity seeks the relief of those in need, hardship and distress or who are aged or sick.

THE CIRCUIT SUPERINTENDS THE WORK OF 17 METHODIST CHURCHES , TWO ARE LEPS: ONE IS SHARED WITH ANGLICANS, THE OTHER WITH BAPTISTS. ANOTHER OF OUR CHURCHES IS SIGNED UP TO AN AREA LEP WITH BOTH ANGLICAN AND URC CHURCHES. A FURTHER CHURCH HOSTS A MORAVIAN CONGREGATION. THE CIRCUIT COMPRISES CITY CENTRE, INNER CITY AREAS , OUTER SUBURBS, OUTLYING TOWNS, AND VILLAGES TO THE NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST.

From our base in Leicester we operate a drop in facility for people exploited by or at risk of sexual exploitation. We carry out two out reach sessions in the City two nights a week and bi weekly out reach sessions during the day to the county. We provide access to City Council housing services, Drug and Alcohol workers, GUM and GP services.

The charity's principal objectives during the period were the promotion of lifelong learning throughout the Diocese, effect being given to the belief that all true education must be based on Christian principles, and the promotion and stimulation of religious education according to the doctrines of the Church of England.

Love4Life specialises in supporting vulnerable girls aged 11-18 to develop their self-esteem and form positive and empowering relationships by delivering Love4Life groups, one-to-ones and workshops in secondary schools and in the community.All of our work embeds positive self-worth, body image and the handling of emotions in order to help a young person become more resilient.

Provides places for Christian Worship to the public in U.K and abroad. Make available range of community programmes to address various needs, provide facility for clean water in villages in Nigeria also free health checks and assist with improving health, drop-in centres, care, counselling, referrals,provision of food,clothing,advise,education and training, visitation for the sick and elderly.

The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship through worship and mission. It does this through Worship, Learning and Caring, Service and Evangelism.

The charity's activities involve providing a temple for a place of worship. Other activities include provision of day care services for the elderly and infirm.

THE PURPOSES OF THE CHURCH ARE:THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BASIS OF FAITH PRIMARILY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY WITHIN KNIGHTON AND THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBOURHOOD; ANDSUCH OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES AS SHALL, IN THE OPINION OF THE CHARITY TRUSTEES, PUT INTO PRACTICE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BASIS OF FAITH.

We are the official charity of Leicester Tigers, using the power and values of sport to change lives. Through our four pillars, Education, Health, Inclusion and Heritage, we deliver high-quality programmes that engage, inspire and educate, helping support young people to achieve their potential, promoting healthier lifestyles and championing inclusivity.